Kristen Scott
Ocala,FL
Summary
Adaptable and proficient Registered Nurse with 2+ years of experience in high-quality direct patient care offering expertise with cardiac medicine intensive care specialty. Advanced critical thinking demonstrated while managing complex clinical situations involving multiple systems failures in critically ill patients. Implementing evidenced-based critical care with compassion. Excited to continue learning new concepts quickly and efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certificate
Work History
Registered Nurse
Tampa General Hospital
01.2022 - Current
- Provide direct patient care in an 18-bed cardiac medicine intensive care unit with skillful assessment, critical thinking, and prompt intervention when necessary in critically ill patients.
- Management of complex cardiac cases including ventilators, Swan-Ganz catheters, cardiac resuscitation, post cath-lab procedure care including transaortic valve replacement, mitraclip, pacemaker insertion, and stent placement.
- Initiated appropriate interventions during life-threatening arrhythmias, preserving patient stability and preventing further complications.
- Assisted physicians with bedside procedures such as central line placement, arterial line placement, and intubation ensuring accurate treatment administration and timely patient recovery.
- Administered medications and titrations of intravascular infusions such as vasopressors and moderate sedation accurately and effectively, preventing adverse reactions through careful monitoring of drug interactions.
- Coordinated with healthcare staff from various disciplines to devise, carry out, and manage personalized care plans to benefit patient health and recovery.
- Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
Patient Care Technician
Ocala Regional Medical Center
07.2021 - 12.2021
- Assisted nurses with essential tasks, streamlining workflow and increasing efficiency in the healthcare setting.
- Helped patients maintain healthy skin by checking wounds, assessing integrity, and bathing bedbound individuals.
- Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight and recording intake and outtake information.
- Assisted with and executed daily living tasks per patient, including room tidying, daily baths, oral care, and changing linens
- Preserved dignity and minimized discomfort when assisting with personal needs such as toileting and bathing
- Floated between hospital departments to provide needed support
Server/Bartender
Bonefish Grill Restaurants
03.2018 - 06.2019
- Demonstrated teamwork to provide excellent service while multi-tasking in a fast-paced environment to ensure the best possible customer experience
- Upheld high standards of cleanliness in all work areas
- Memorized food and bar menu as well as cocktail recipes with knowledge of optimal pairing
- Confidently suggested high-priced items and upsold specialties per restaurant request
Server/Bartender
Harry'S Seafood Bar & Grille
03.2016 - 03.2018
- Provided incredible customer service by keeping a cheerful and energetic disposition
- Demonstrated excellent communication and organization skills
- Dedicated extra time towards bar meetings, cleanings, refining, and decorating/creating displays
- Participated in sales and promotional gift card competition
Host/Server
Bonefish Grill Restaurants
03.2014 - 03.2016
- Handled high-pressure situations with composure, effectively managing large parties or unexpected events during busy shifts.
- Provided exceptional customer service by attentively listening to guest needs and promptly addressing any concerns or issues.
- Implemented table rotation system for optimal server workload distribution, resulting in improved service quality.
- Maintained a clean and welcoming atmosphere by quickly addressing spills and resetting tables after guest departure.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Rasmussen University
Ocala, FL12.2021
Skills
- Continuous renal replacement therapy
- Intra-aortic balloon pump
- Left ventricular assist device
- Impella
- Targeted temperature management
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS)
Certification
- Registered Nurse License RN9587522 - Valid thru 4/30/2025
- American Heart Association ACLS - Valid thru 12/31/2025
- American Heart Association BLS - Valid thru 12/31/2025
Affiliations
- American Association of Critical-Care Nurses
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Tampa General Hospital
01.2022 - Current
Patient Care Technician
Ocala Regional Medical Center
07.2021 - 12.2021
Server/Bartender
Bonefish Grill Restaurants
03.2018 - 06.2019
Server/Bartender
Harry'S Seafood Bar & Grille
03.2016 - 03.2018
Host/Server
Bonefish Grill Restaurants
03.2014 - 03.2016
Associate of Science - Nursing
Rasmussen University
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